Visa services · Switzerland
Schengen visa for Switzerland from the UAE
ProcessingAbout 15 days; up to 45 in peak season
ValidityAs issued, up to 90 days in any 180; often matching your travel dates
Fee fromAED 690 service and government
Who needs itMost UAE residents who are not EU, UK or other visa-exempt nationals need a Schengen visa. Apply to Switzerland when it is your main destination or your first entry with equal stays.
Example requirements. Rules change; we confirm the current requirements before you apply. They depend on your nationality, your UAE residence and your travel history.
In shortMost UAE residents need a Schengen visa for Switzerland, applied at the visa centre with an appointment, bank statements, salary certificate, bookings and travel insurance; decisions usually take around 15 calendar days, longer in summer. Apply 3 to 8 weeks ahead. This is a general example; we confirm the current requirements before you apply.
Documents checklist
Tick what you have; this list stays on your screen only.
How we handle it
- Send us your passport and residence visa copyWe check your nationality, passport validity and residence visa against the current Schengen rules, usually within two working hours, and tell you exactly what applies to you.
- We prepare the fileYou send the documents on WhatsApp or email. Our visa officer checks every page, flags anything an officer could question and fills in the forms with you.
- SubmissionWe book your appointment at the visa centre, prepare and check the file, and you attend for fingerprints and photo. The passport is returned through the centre.
- Decision and travel packYou receive the decision, a printed copy if needed and a short checklist for the airport. If anything changes before you travel, we update you.
Questions about this visa
When should I apply for a summer trip?
Appointments for June to August fill from March. Apply as soon as your dates are firm: you can apply up to six months before travel.
What are common reasons for refusal?
Unclear finances (sudden deposits before applying), missing employer letters, or bookings that do not match the itinerary. We check all three.
Can I visit Italy on a Swiss visa?
Yes. A Schengen visa covers all Schengen countries, but you should apply to the country where you spend the most nights.
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